Eau Claire County Recycling and Disposal Guide

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1 Eau Claire County Recycling and Disposal Guide This guide contains information on how to dispose of materials commonly asked about. If you cannot find the information you need, please contact the Recycling Coordinator. (715)

2 Table of Contents Each item is hyperlinked to the corresponding page for your convenience. Agricultural Films 4 Ag and Silage Plastic Recycling Aluminum Cans 5 American Flags 5 Ammunition 6 Appliances 7 Donation Large Appliances Small Appliances Asbestos 8 Auto Waste: Batteries, Gas, and Fuel 9 Batteries 10 Alkaline - Dry Cell Batteries Button and Lithium Batteries Rechargeable Batteries Bicycles 11 Donate or Sell Recycle Bike Tires Books and Magazines 12 Donate Hardcover Books Softcover Books Magazines Carpet 12 Reuse Recycle Clothing 13 Donation Consignments/ Resale Construction and Demolition Debris 14 Reusable Construction Materials Roofing Shingles General Construction and Demolition Debris Asphalt and Cement (without rebar) Electronics, Computers, and TVs 15 Donate Recycle Furniture 16 Sell or Donate Landfill Glass 17 Not Recyclable Holiday Lights 17 2 Back to Contents

3 Table of Contents, cont. Light Bulbs 18 Medicines and Sharps 19 Prescription Drug Disposal Program Sharps Paint and Paint Cans 20 Paint Cans Latex Paint Dry and Landfill Oil or Lead Based Paint Paper and Cardboard 21 Pallets 21 Reuse Plastics 22 Plastic film, bags, and wrap Packing Peanuts Pressurized Tanks 23 Gas (CO2) Cylinders Helium Tanks Propane Tanks Scrap Metal 24 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors 25 Smoke Detectors Carbon Monoxide Detectors Styrofoam 25 Steel, Tin, and Aerosol Cans 26 Steel or Tin Cans Aerosol Cans Tires 26 Thermostats and Thermometers 27 Thermostats Thermometers Yard Waste, Brush, and Mulch 28 Pickup Drop Off Curbside Recycling Info 29 Accepted Not Accepted Drop Site Recycling Info 30 Hours and Locations Back to Contents 3

4 Agricultural Films Ag and Silage Plastic Recycling Farms that produce more than 3,000 pounds of Ag plastic per year can request an 8-yard dumpster to be placed on their property, at no cost to the farm. Farms that produce less than 3,000 pounds a year are highly encouraged to partner with neighboring farms to share a dumpster. A new program for smaller producers is now available. Recapture Recycling Bags can now be obtained from the company, each holds 200 lbs of plastic. When five of them are filled, the company will come to pick them up for free. Revolution Plastics will collect the films on a set schedule or on call for larger operations. Sign up online: Sign up by phone: (844) Back to Contents

5 Aluminum Cans Cans may be recycled using public or private drop-offs, curbside collection, or buyback centers. A list of scrap metal dealers can be found on the scrap Metal page. Aluminum for Charity Some non-profit organizations, like Ronald McDonald House Charities, collect tabs from aluminum cans for fundraising. Check with local organizations for details. American Flags According to the United States Flag Code, any American flag that is worn, damaged, or tattered beyond repair should be disposed of in a respectful and dignified manner. If you wish to dispose of a retired American flag please bring it to: American Legion 634 Water Street Eau Claire County Courthouse (Drop box outside main entrance) 721 Oxford Avenue The American Legion will properly dispose of all flags in a formal flag retirement ceremony. Worn and tattered flags can either be dropped off in the red, white, and blue mailbox outside the buildings or handed to a Legion member at the American Legion. Back to Contents 5

6 Ammunition This company accepts used and unused ammunition, reloading supplies, and guns for recycling and proper disposal. The Long Shot 106 E Lincoln Avenue Fall Creek, WI (715) Back to Contents

7 Appliances The following major appliances are banned from Wisconsin landfills: ~ Air Conditioners ~ Washers & Dryers ~ Dishwashers ~ Dehumidifiers & Humidifiers ~ Freezers ~ Furnace Boilers ~ Microwave Ovens ~ Stoves & Ovens ~ Refrigerators ~ Water Heaters Donation Large Appliances Habitat for Humanity 145 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Small Appliances King s Closet 310 S Barstow Avenue Recycling and proper disposal of broken appliances can be done year-round at the following locations. Contact the companies with questions and fee information. First Choice Recycling 525 Park Ridge Court (715) Northern Metal Recycling 8010 Olson Drive (County Q) (715) Alter Metals 3532 White Avenue (715) Back to Contents 7

8 Asbestos Materials containing asbestos can be disposed of at the Seven Mile Creek Landfill. A profile MUST be completed before asbestos waste can be accepted. Contact Advanced Disposal with questions. Advanced Disposal Seven Mile Creek Landfill 8001 Olson Drive (715) As of November 2017, the charges for land-filling asbestos are as follows: Profile fee: $70.00 Disposal fee: $ for up to one ton, additional $ per ton beyond the first. * All loads of asbestos must be weighed in and out and will be billed accordingly. 8 Back to Contents

9 Auto Waste: Batteries, Gas, and Fuel Antifreeze, lead-acid batteries, tires, motor oil, and oil filters are banned by state law from landfills. Antifreeze and oil filters are accepted as part of the County Clean Sweep program, for a fee. Motor oil and transmission fluid are accepted as part of Clean Sweep at no charge. Empty motor oil containers are not recyclable and should be thrown into the trash. Lead acid batteries (automotive batteries) may be taken to any retailer in Wisconsin who sells them. If you are not buying a battery, you may be charged a recycling fee by the store. Scrap yards also accept lead acid batteries, and depending on the market price of lead, may pay you a small amount. Gas and fuel must be brought to Clean Sweep events. View a list of retailers who accept automotive waste. Back to Contents 9

10 Batteries Alkaline - Dry Cell Batteries Common household alkaline batteries (AA, C, and D) can be disposed of in the trash or brought to Clean Sweep events for a fee. Button and Lithium Batteries Button batteries are commonly used in hearing aids and watches may be returned to jewelry stores or hearing aid businesses. Both lithium and button batteries can be recycled at a Clean Sweep Event. Rechargeable Batteries These can be recycled at the following locations: First Choice Recycling 525 Park Ridge Court (715) Batteries + Bulbs 3115 East Hamilton Drive (715) Best Buy 4090 Commonwealth Avenue (715) Rassbach Communications 405 N Hastings Plaza (715) Sears 4720 Golf Road (715) Verizon Wireless 3755 Oakwood Mall Drive (715) County Courthouse 721 Oxford Avenue 10 Back to Contents

11 Bicycles Donate or Sell Bicycles that are in working order can be sold or donated. Check with local charities for interest in bicycles. These items can also be sold through social media sites. Please take precautions if utilizing these services. Recycle Any non-working bicycle can be recycled free of charge at scrap yards. They can also be placed in the scrap metals boxes located at the Bridge Creek and Union transfer stations and the Seven Mile Creek Landfill. Bike Tires Tires can be recycled for a very small fee at Eau Claire Bike and Sport, in Eau Claire. 403 Water Street (715) Back to Contents 11

12 Books and Magazines Donate Take books to Goodwill, Hope Gospel, or check with your local library to see if they are interested in the books. Hardcover Books The covers of hardcover books are not recyclable as they are a combination of paper, fabric, and occasionally plastic. You can cut the covers off, and recycle the inner pages with your regular recycling. Softcover Books These are readily recyclable in your regular recycling, curbside or drop off. Magazines These can be recycled in large quantities at our drop sites. Hours and Locations can be found here. Small numbers can go in your curbside bin. Please remove any plastic sleeves. Carpet Reuse Habitat for Humanity 145 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Recycle Dreamhouse Interiors 1530 Garfield Avenue Altoona, WI (715) Back to Contents

13 Clothing Donation Hope Gospel Mission 2511 Moholt Drive (715) King s Closet 310 S Barstow Street Goodwill Industries 3605 Gateway Drive (715) Savers 2833 Mall Drive (715) Bethesda Thrift Shop 3718 London Road (715) Hope Gospel will also accept bags of unwearable clothing and other textiles. Clearly mark as Rags and the contents can be sold for recycling. Consignments/ Resale Once upon a Child 4058 Commonwealth Avenue (715) Plato s Closet 3561 Gateway Drive (715) Here We Grow Again Consignment Sale 915 Menomonie Street Cherry Pickers Oakwood Mall 4800 Golf Road (715) Back to Contents 13

14 Construction and Demolition Debris Reusable Construction Materials Reusable materials can be donated to local charities. This includes doors, windows, kitchen and bath cabinets, plumbing fixtures, appliances, new carpet and carpet tiles, pavers, and other miscellaneous building items in new and good condition. Hope Gospel Mission 2108 Western Avenue (715) Habitat for Humanity ReStore 145 N Clairemont Ave (715) Roofing Shingles Senn Blacktop th Avenue Chippewa Falls, WI (715) *$40.00 per load fee Asphalt and Cement (without rebar) Red Flint Rock & Stone 717 Short Street (715) *$20.00 per load fee General Construction and Demolition Debris Includes concrete, wood, siding, brick, shingles, windows, plaster, and masonry Advanced Disposal Seven Mile Creek Landfill 8001 Olson Drive (715) *Standard tipping fees apply. 14 Back to Contents

15 Electronics, Computers, and TVs It is illegal to send electronics to the landfill. These products are considered hazardous materials by the EPA. Electronics must be appropriately recycled. Donate Habitat for Humanity ReStore 145 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Recycle First Choice Recycling 525 Park Ridge Court (715) Best Buy 4090 Commonwealth Avenue (715) *Size limit on TVs There are no locations or times of the year when televisions can be recycled for free. Plan for the longevity of your device when making your purchase, so the bite of the fee does not sting so much. Click the logo for more information on Wisconsin s e-cycle program. Back to Contents 15

16 Furniture Sell or Donate Habitat for Humanity 145 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Hope Gospel Mission 8 South Farwell Street (715) Goodwill Industries 3605 Gateway Drive (715) Savers 2833 Mall Drive (715) Local churches and other nonprofit organizations may also take these items. Note that most will not accept mattresses. Contact the organization for details. Landfill Waste haulers offer a free limited bulk item pick-up twice a year: spring and fall. Call your hauler for details and availability. The following options are available year-round: Your garbage hauler will pick up most large items for an additional fee. Bring the item(s) directly to Seven Mile Creek Landfill. There is a fee for disposal. Bring the item(s) to a town transfer station. There is a fee for disposal. 16 Back to Contents

17 Glass All colored container glass bottles and jars are accepted (e.g. jelly, spaghetti sauce, beer, and wine bottles). Rinse all containers; labels do not need to be removed. Do remove lids and put lids in the trash. Please do not place broken glass in the recycling bin, as it can be a hazard for the sanitation workers. This should be placed in the trash. Not Recyclable These items have chemical compositions that make them incompatible for recycling with container glass: windows ceramics cookware light bulbs drinking glasses mirrors eye glasses Holiday Lights Eau Claire County Recycling sponsors a holiday light collection each winter. The collection starts around America Recycles Day (November 15) and runs through the middle of January. County Courthouse Main Entrance 721 Oxford Avenue Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. 5 p.m. We accept: Electrical cords Strands of holiday lights Telephone cords Appliance cords Back to Contents We do not accept: Cord adapters Battery packs Plastic rope lights Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) 17

18 Light Bulbs WRR Environmental Services accepts all size and types of light bulbs during County sponsored Clean Sweep Events. Fees do apply. The businesses listed below will accept specific light bulbs any time of the year. Contact the business with questions. Batteries Plus 3115 East Hamilton Avenue (715) True Value Hardware 319 E Clairemont Avenue (715) *Pricing information may not be up to date for the current year. 18 Back to Contents

19 Medicines and Sharps Prescription Drug Disposal Program Eau Claire County residents are able to bring any unwanted or expired pills, capsules, salves, creams, or liquids to one of the collection locations listed in the table below. Drop-off Location Altoona Police Department Augusta Police Department Fall Creek Police Department Eau Claire County Sheriff s Department Address Hours Phone Number Altoona Emergency Services Building 1904 Spooner Avenue Altoona, WI Augusta City Hall 145 W. Lincoln Street Augusta, WI Fall Creek Village Hall 122 E. Lincoln Avenue Fall Creek, WI Eau Claire County Courthouse 721 Oxford Avenue Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (715) (715) (715) (715) Sharps Sharps are a biohazard, and must be handled very carefully. The DNR has information on how to handle sharps when you don t have a red container. Sharps need to be collected in red containers. These can be aquired from most pharmacies. Speak with your doctor about where you can dispose of the full containers. Most pharmacies will NOT accept full containers. Back to Contents 19

20 Paint and Paint Cans Paint Cans Metal paint cans that have a slight residue of paint left over can be recycled through a scrap metal dealer. Plastic paint cans must be landfilled. Latex Paint Donate If you have paint that you no longer need but is a nearly full container, you may be able to donate it at one of the following organizations: Hope Gospel Mission 8 South Farwell Street (715) Habitat for Humanity 145 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Dry and Landfill Drying paint prevents liquid from leaching down into the water tables. The following are suggestions for drying paint. Whenever drying paint, make sure it is in a well-ventilated, sheltered location away from children and pets. As a last resort, both latex and oil paint are accepted through the Clean Sweep program but there is a charge of $ $4.00 per can for latex paint depending on the size of the can. Oil or Lead Based Paint Bring these items to a Clean Sweep event for proper disposal. There is no fee for oil or lead based paints. 20 Back to Contents

21 Paper and Cardboard The following paper materials are accepted: Egg cartons Spiral notebooks Paperback books Brown paper bags Cereal or cracker boxes Construction paper Office paper Mail Cardboard boxes Magazines Newspaper Catalogs Phone Books Boxboard To be recycled, cardboard must be clean. If contaminated with grease, oil, paint, food or coated with wax, they cannot be accepted and should be thrown away. Packaging materials sometimes found in cardboard boxes such as Styrofoam and plastic bags must be removed. Pallets In Wisconsin alone, over 150,000 tons of pallets are land-filled each year. They are expensive to dispose of in large quantities. The following companies take these for grinding: Menards (715) Specialty Pallet and Crate 205 East Street Boyceville, WI (715) Reuse Consider reusing your pallets instead of disposing them. Pallets can be reused in a wide variety of ways. A little creativity and some time on Pinterest will provide numerous options. Back to Contents 21

22 Plastics Plastic containers #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 are accepted for recycling throughout Eau Claire County. Note: plastic containers containing hazardous materials or motor oil should not be recycled! Plastic film, bags, and wrap These CAN be recycled, just not through your curbside hauler or the recycling drop off site. These materials should be kept separate and brought to a retailer that collects them. Visit for drop off locations. Plastic Film includes: Air Pillows (popped) Bread Bags Case Wrap (ex. snacks, beverages) Cereal Liners Dry Cleaning Bags Food Storage Bags (ex. Ziploc bags) Newspaper Bags Produce Bags Retail and Grocery Bags Tyvek Envelopes Plastic Wraps Packing Peanuts Packing peanuts, whether they are made from styrofoam or corn starch, are accepted at the following businesses on an as needed basis: Automation Displays (715) Country Treasures (715) Pak Mail (715) Back to Contents

23 Pressurized Tanks Gas (CO2) Cylinders Because they are pressurized, these must be handled carefully whether they are being refilled or discarded. First Strike Paintball Games County Highway X Chippewa Falls, WI (715) Helium Tanks Once a helium tank has been properly emptied it may be taken to a scrap metal dealer. Click here for instructions from Balloon Time on how to empty a helium tank. Warning: Inhaling helium can be dangerous to your health. Propane Tanks Empty 20 pound canisters can be recycled at scrap yards. They are not accepted at the county s recycling drop-off stations or by the haulers providing curbside recycling services. They can also be taken to Clean Sweep events 2-3 times throughout the year. Back to Contents 23

24 Scrap Metal These companies accept miscellaneous metal for recycling, including iron, steel, brass, copper and aluminum. Some may accept major appliances such as stoves and microwave ovens. These companies may pay you for the metal. Cooley Statewide Scrap & Salvage 1230 S 82nd Avenue (715) Alter Metals 3532 White Avenue (715) Spickler s 1329 Western Avenue (715) Northern Metal Recycling 8010 Olson Drive (715) Scrap metal boxes are also found at three drop site locations Town of Union transfer station Town of Seymour recycling site Seven Mile Creek landfill Miscellaneous Scrap Metal Items aluminum foil (clean) aluminum pie pans (clean) bolts, nuts, screws, & nails door handles hinges lawn chair frames paper clips & staples pots and pans 24 Back to Contents

25 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Smoke Detectors Many smoke detectors contain trace amounts of radiation and therefore it is recommended that you return them to their manufacturer for proper disposal. Manufacturer s addresses are usually listed on the product warranty, in the user s manual or on the original box. Return policies may differ among manufacturers, so calling the company prior to mailing is suggested. Before disposing of smoke detectors, remove any batteries. See our Battery Recycling Page for how to dispose of the batteries. Carbon Monoxide Detectors These do not contain any hazardous materials so they can be safely thrown away. However, they do contain circuit boards and platinum, both of which are worth recycling. First Choice Recycling 525 Park Ridge Court (715) Styrofoam There are no options in the region to recycle styrofoam. Put this material in the trash. Back to Contents 25

26 Steel, Tin, and Aerosol Cans Steel or Tin Cans In addition to curbside and drop-off collections, metal cans can be brought to scrap metal dealers. Cans should be rinsed. Crush cans whenever possible. Aerosol Cans Empty aerosol cans can be recycled curbside or at a dropoff location. Some curbside haulers may not accept these. Please contact your hauler for additional information. Tires Tires should not be put in the landfill. They can be recycled at several locations that sell tires. There is a fee for disposal. Fees vary based on size of the tire, and the company recycling them. All Season Tire 1102 Menomonie Street (715) Auto Care Center 1712 N Clairemont Avenue (715) Bauer Built 3014 Mall Drive (715) Youngstedts Eau Claire Automotive Service and Tire 3330 Mall Drive or 2521 N Clairemont Avenue (715) or (715) Tires Plus 3440 E Hamilton Avenue (715) Back to Contents

27 Thermostats and Thermometers Thermostats Mercury Eau Claire County residents can recycle these as part of the county s Clean Sweep program or at the following locations: First Supply Eau Claire 596 Cameron Street (715) Gustave A. Larson Co Morningside Drive Eau Claire, WI (262) United Refrigeration 2618 Birch Street, Suite B (715) Digital Thermostats Drop them off at First Choice Computer Recycling. Thermometers Alcohol You can tell the difference by the color, an alcohol thermometer is either red or blue. Alcohol thermometers are safe to throw away in the trash. Mercury The only option available to residents to recycle thermometers is to take them to one of the Clean Sweep events held annually each year. Visit the EPA s website to learn how to properly clean-up mercury spills. (Never use a vacuum cleaner!) Back to Contents 27

28 Yard Waste, Brush, and Mulch Pickup Twice per year, in the first full weeks of May and November, the haulers will pick up yard waste if you have a curbside contract. Rules: Bags MUST be paper or compostable plastic, aquire from a local hardware store Twigs and branches must be bundled separately Limit for free pickup is 10 bags, additional bags have additional fees Leaves, grass, and weeds only, no rocks or soil Drop Off Eau Claire County has contracted with Boxx Sanitation to operate the Jeffers Road Brush Site. Opening/Closing dates are subject to change based on weather. The site is typically open mid-april to mid-november. Located 3/4 mile north of North Crossing on Jeffers Road (has no physical address). View the Boxx Sanitation Green Waste Facility Guidelines View the Yard Waste Directory, a list of individuals in the county who will accept certain yard waste materials, including pine needles, logs, brush, grass, leaves, and branches. 28 Back to Contents

29 Curbside Recycling Info There are 5 hauling companies who provide recycling and trash pickup services in the county. Not all haulers may service all regions of the county. Each image is hyperlinked to the hauler s website for additional information. Accepted Aluminum cans Tin/ steel cans Glass bottles & jars #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 plastic containers Cardboard Mixed paper Not Accepted Plastic bags or film * Toys or hangers 5-gallon buckets Motor oil or transmission fluid bottles Polystyrene (Number 6 plastics): Packing peanuts, egg cartons, cups, etc. Cookware or dishes Light bulbs * Some freezer and refrigerator food boxes (check package for options) Wax coated boxes: Milk and juice cartons Greasy pizza boxes Napkins, tissues, gift wrap Electronics * * Items should be recycled in other locations Back to Contents 29

30 Drop Site Recycling Info There are several sites throughout the County where residents can bring their recyclables for disposal, at no cost. The materials accepted are the same as the curbside haulers listed above. Bridge Creek, Drammen, Ludington, and Union accept residential garbage for a fee. Contact the town directly for additional information and fees. Hours and Locations Site Location Hours Bridge Creek S9515 Hwy 27, Augusta Saturdays 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Brunswick W3020 Mitchell RD, Eau Claire Saturdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Drammen W6505 County Rd ZZ, North of 37 Saturdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fairchild 121 Emery Street, Fairchild Wednesdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Foster S12785 Wren RD, Osseo 1st & 3rd Saturdays of month 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Lincoln S5555 Greenmeadow RD, Fall Creek 2nd & 4th Saturdays of month 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Ludington N956 Town Shop RD, Fall Creek 1st & 3rd Saturdays of month 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Pleasant Valley S10434 Cty Hwy HHI, Pleasant Valley 2nd & 4th Saturdays of month 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Seymour 8011 Olson Drive, Eau Claire Tuesdays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Saturdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Union 1882 White Pine Dr., Union Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saturdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Wilson E26936 Cty RD G, Stanley Saturdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Scrap metal boxes are located at Town of Union and Town of Seymour sites. 30 Back to Contents

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